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La Martre De Gaspé Lighthouse

Fl (4) W 30s🇨🇦Eastern Québec, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About La Martre De Gaspé Lighthouse

This metal lighthouse stands 62 meters tall with its light positioned 40 meters above sea level. The structure is octagonal and painted white with a single red stripe. It emits four white flashes every 30 seconds, providing a geographic range of 17 nautical miles. The lighthouse is listed as operational. The structure also serves an emergency function and is privately maintained.

Why it matters: Recognized as a federal heritage building in 1988, it was also designated a heritage property by the municipality of La Martre in 2013.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) W 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Fl.(4)W. period 30s
Focal Height
40m
Light Range
17NM (31.5 km)
Geographic Range
17NM

Location

City
Eastern Québec
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
49.2065°
Longitude
-66.1712°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
62m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white and red
Material
metal

Structure: Red octagonal tower, white stripe; 62. Emergency. Private

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H1842
NGA No.
6848
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can La Martre De Gaspé Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 40 meters and a nominal range of 17 nautical miles (approximately 31.5 km), La Martre De Gaspé is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify La Martre De Gaspé Lighthouse at night?+
La Martre De Gaspé displays the characteristic Fl (4) W 30s — 4 white flashes every 30 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area.
Which ports and harbors does La Martre De Gaspé Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
La Martre De Gaspé Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Sainte-Anne-des-Monts at 13.4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Mont-Louis (16.5 NM E), Cap-Chat (21.4 NM WSW), Les Mechins (33.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is La Martre De Gaspé Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, La Martre De Gaspé Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near La Martre De Gaspé Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near La Martre De Gaspé Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.